In another large bowl, with mixer on medium speed, beat 12 tablespoons butter, 1 cup dark brown sugar, and 1 cup granulated sugar until very well combined. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, scraping side of bowl occasionally. Beat in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract. Alternate beating in flour mixture and date mixture, beating well in between additions, until combined.

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